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Sushi Sho in El Cerrito

4.4 (46) 10749 San Pablo Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530, United States

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Japanese restaurant
Sushi restaurant

Location on the map

El Cerrito, Contra Costa County, California, US

Phone: +1 510-525-1800
Site: http://sushi-sho.com/

Opening hours

Monday:Closed
Tuesday:Closed
Wednesday:Closed
Thursday:5:30–10 PM
Friday:5:30–10 PM
Saturday:5:30–10 PM
Sunday:Closed

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Total reviews rating 4.4

46 Reviews for Sushi Sho 2024:

Review №1

2023-11-26 15:39:59

Son brought me here for my birthday, it was the best sushi I ever had. Place is tiny, but worth the effort to get a reservation. We got the tasting menu, and I loved trying things I might never have gotten on my own.

Review №2

2022-05-10 03:33:04

Aki San is a legend! We were here for course B (14 servings) on a Friday evening. Parking on street was readily available.Excellent hosts making for an excellent night. The whole experience felt harmonious with Aki San’s fun conversation and sushi education.Worth the cost, worth the experience! Definitely recommend!

Review №3

2023-10-06 09:51:30

Place very busy.Very small, restaurant that doesnt accommodate alot of people with long waiting list. Server was very tentative too our table once we got seated! Food was very fresh, and delicious. Would recommend going early, especially on the weekend

Review №4

2023-07-16 21:46:41

More like Sushi No! Not sure what is so special about this place that a reservation is necessary. There was basically a room with all but empty bar seating. A ‘hostess’ rushed to us the moment we opened the door to shoo us out because it is ‘reservation only’.Note: there’s an excellent sushi restaurant just a block or so up the street - very welcoming, very good sushi.

Review №5

2016-11-16 07:01:42

Traditional sushi experience. Best value omakase in SF Bay area in my opinion. Excellent quality sushi. Cold Smoked Salmon is a must try!

Review №6

2023-02-25 06:09:53

One of the singular and complete experiences Ive had, irrespective of cuisine. All sushi should be this. All truly fine dining establishments should operate from this level of personal pride and commitment to craft. The sides were also crafted with a level of skill and attenuation to detail and flavor that is world class. A must do, must eat, must experience.

Review №7

2023-07-27 19:33:12

Sushi Sho was always my favorite place for sushi when they were located on upper Solano Avenue. I have not visited their new location, which opened after a long pause in between., as I have moved away from the Bay Area. Aki-san is a master sushi chef, albeit a bit eccentric, and will not settle for anything less than the best quality and dining experience. As he is the only chef preparing food at the counter (with his wife helping out with other chores), Aki-san would rather turn away customers than have them waiting too long. This is why you may see empty spots and yet be turned away. But believe me, you will not find better, fresher fish more expertly prepared sushi and sashimi than with Aki-san. Two dishes that stand out, beside all the others, are the Usuzukuri sashimi and the Chawan mushi, a custard with bits of fish and a ginko nut, and probably the best one Ive ever had. Lastly, if you ask nicely, you can probably get tamaki (hand roll) sushi, even though it isnt on the menu. Sushi-sho is about enjoying the intimate experience (and the food, of course). You will not find another place like this anywhere.

Review №8

2019-01-20 08:03:53

Incredibly delicious, meticulously prepared sushi, all from a chef who really cares about his customers enjoying their meal and learning how to fully enjoy this cuisine. Definitely recommend.

Review №9

2019-03-31 04:57:56

Amazon sushi.!!! Crafted by master chef one by one.... great experience... take your time to enjoy

Review №10

2023-06-11 04:37:57

Best sushi in the Bay area. Cold smoked salmon is to die for

Review №11

2019-08-23 04:58:41

Sushi Sho is definitely my favorite sushi experience. Its a slow paced, delicious meal with Aki-San. Hes an absolute legend and will tell you about each piece of food youre about to eat, and what to do to have the perfect experience. The cold smoked salmon is a rarity and absolutely amazing. Also, probably the only place to do Anago (marine eel) justice. Everything is delicious. Come in with the mindset to enjoy the experience and savor every bite.Note: Sushi Sho is by reservation only and, despite the large interior, he only has two seatings per day of 6 people each. This is a personalized dining experience.

Review №12

2023-07-17 23:50:11

Do not go there. These people will steal ur money. Then wont pick up their phones

Review №13

2018-03-23 02:47:11

Amazing experience I got. I was taken here for my birthday. I got to try things I probably would have never tried if I picked my own dishes. Omakase was amazing. The chef is fun, entertaining and teaches you so much. All he wants for you is to have the best experience with Sushi.I came in feeling very intimidated at first but the cheft puts you at ease in no time.My favorite was this gentle flavored eel. I want to say it wasnt the fresh water one...? It was so pillowy soft. Amazing.

Review №14

2016-11-14 17:56:33

Intimate. memorable. educational even :) Chef Aki-san is known to be somewhat gregarious and talkative -- but in my opinion in the best of ways. Loved my first experience here, thoroughly enjoyed the meal, and will absolutely plan to visit again!

Review №15

2016-01-30 06:22:00

Best sushi I have had on the west coast! The Chef is incredibly friendly and informative about both the food and the formalities of eating sushi. It seems like the restaurant only seats a limited amount of customers at the bar for dinner so make a reservation early!

Review №16

2019-12-15 17:41:08

The total Omakase experience was like having a family reunion over traditional Holiday fixings at Grandpa and Grandmas house, with family from afar.How the servings of Nigiri were prepared brought smiling faces to the small gathering. The Nigiri, Sake, beer and wines were never a distraction all evening long, even encouraging comments, thoughts, stories of past experiences, and laughter from those on both sides of the counter.We will be a repeat customer, like others at the counter! Experience it, and you will too...

Review №17

2020-01-06 20:36:55

Exceptional sushi, artfully crafted, beautifully presented, delicately flavored, and superbly fresh. The proprietor and chef, Aki san, an inspired host, enjoys the art of engaging the customers and refining and enhancing their tasting skills while explaing all things sushi, customs, manners, lore, and even Japanese attitudes toward this delicious consumable art.

Review №18

2017-02-07 20:09:18

Three stars for the food, but one star for the service. Decent sushi, but terrible service. The sushi chef definitely wants you to believe that he serves the best sushi in the SF Bay Area. He actually got quite confrontational during our meal - consistently questioning how I have had certain dishes before. I told him I have been to other SF sushi joints like Kusakabe, Wako, Hashiri, Maruya, etc. I mean, come on, its 2017, not 1985. Sushi scene in SF Bay Area has matured significantly.

Review №19

2016-05-22 04:40:45

An amazing place for sushi. Seriously, Aki-san not only provided fantastic sushi that has ruined all other sushi places for me, but also taught everyone there a lot about sushi. The atmosphere, the service, the food and sake, the entire experience was just amazing!Oh! And dont forget to make a reservation! Walk-ins are a no go since thay have very limited seating.

Review №20

2018-11-03 05:36:50

5-stars is unequivocal. Aki San had been making sushi for 4 decades. He takes deep pride in making everything from scratch. His own unagi sauce. Cold smoking his own salmon. Sourcing the finest fish. It is a mom and pop tip quality sushi restaurant. Be forewarned... 2 seatings of 6 at the bar only!

Review №21

2018-06-30 04:59:29

Reservations only, even though there were at least 10 open tables. Sign prominently posted, $50/person minimum. No sign of a server, a host, or sushi chef. 6 people sitting at the sushi bar eating well presented sushi.Stood around and walked around and said hello for a couple minutes...The only time anyone looked st us was the patrons when we walked out the door.

Review №22

2016-08-26 06:19:49

Three guests were booked. Unfortunately, one of them could not come. So, a cancellation fee of $40.00/person will be applied and charged by SeatMe(Yelp). Hope we can see the guests next time.and this is after spending $200 for average sushi that took 2 hours

Review №23

2023-03-17 00:53:24

Delicious!!! Hard to get a reservation but def worth it!!! Sushi is amazing!

Review №24

2022-08-24 02:43:34

Truly a unique and amazing dining experience. Chef is so detailed and creative with the menu. I can’t wait to go back.

Review №25

2013-10-02 16:46:08

Impressive nondescript sushi joint. Ive had my fair share of sushi in the Bay, but Im still thoroughly impressive by it. As of Oct 2013, itll soon be by reservation only. Call in advance to figure out if thats the case. Its getting too popular, thats why.

Review №26

2017-08-10 07:53:44

Authentic sushi experience from a chef who studied in his homeland. Excellent quality and taste as well as friendly people. Highly recommend the pressed sushi.

Review №27

2019-09-13 06:54:49

First time here and it was an event. We will comeback again and again. Delicious and unlike other places in bay area, chef amazing knowledge, care and artistic attention that makes an evening simply amazing. Cheers!!!

Review №28

2018-11-10 15:38:57

Make a reservation, give yourself two hours, get the 16 piece omakase, enjoy the chef and his wife as they prepare some of the best sushi youll ever have.

Review №29

2021-11-08 20:50:21

Chefs omakase is the best fish Ive ever had. Prepare for an experience.

Review №30

2019-08-15 17:19:41

Tried this place once with my friend and I am addicted since then. I love the good character and yummy dishes and drinks. I recommend this place.

Review №31

2014-02-15 03:53:54

If you like tiny portions of good fresh sushi and being told youre eating it wrong this is the place for you!

Review №32

2017-12-09 18:29:05

Best value high quality omakase. Aki San is an incredible teacher.

Review №33

2016-01-30 04:05:32

Worst service ever. Was told that they were booked till 8:30pm and no one was hardly there.Their were alot of empty places.

Review №34

2018-05-11 10:35:50

Aki-san is a treasure. Best Sushi I know anywhere.

Review №35

2017-06-25 05:16:13

Un. Be. Liveable. Im not often left speechless. Such a complete experience.

Review №36

2019-10-24 05:27:10

This place is very expensive. But I have to say its absolutely worth the experience.

Review №37

2019-06-12 03:10:45

Update your online schedule to reflect your actual business hours, please

Review №38

2016-12-28 07:28:20

Just heard about how rude this restaurant is. Dont be fooled by the 4 star review.

Review №39

2014-06-15 06:59:38

Great place and excellent chef. Try the smoke salmon.

Review №40

2018-11-30 16:01:55

Solid food no complaints ID there again

Review №41

2017-09-21 03:41:26

The best authentic sushi around.

Review №42

2016-09-19 01:48:33

The Best sushi in California ! From Paraguay

Review №43

2016-06-11 02:16:40

$40 per person minimum!! NOT worth it.

Review №44

2017-12-25 01:47:27

Pretty good 🍣

Review №45

2017-11-11 04:25:21

The omakase is a must

Review №46

2018-02-03 17:48:55

Best sushi